Explain why rapid lipolysis and osmotic diuresis occurs in DKA.
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Explain why someone with DKA may have metabolic acidosis. Explain what tests are used where it may be detected.
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What are the signs and symptoms of DKA (and why do these happen?)
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Renal perfusion decreases in DKA - this leads to the impaired excretion of what? and the increased secretion of what?
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What happens to K+ levels in a DKA patient?
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What is the normal level of potassium in the body?
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What is the most serious outcome of severe hypokalaemia which might happen with someone suffering from DKA?
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The collection of ketone bodies can cause metabolic acidosis. What compensation might occur? What other symptom might acidosis cause which leads to further electrolyte loss?
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What is Kussmaul breathing and why does it sometimes occur with DKA?
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There are 3 steps to confirming a diagnosis of DKA: 1. blood glucose > ???? or previous history of ?????
